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https://www.statnews.com/pharmalot/2026/03/27/novo-nordisk-boost-consumer-focus-fda-approves-gene-therapy/
Pharmalittle: Novo boosts consumer focus, FDA okays gene therapy | STAT
Mar 27, 2026 - People with pre-existing depression or anxiety were less likely to have worsening mental health while taking a GLP-1 medication.
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https://www.statnews.com/2026/04/08/glaucoma-smart-contact-lens-combines-monitoring-drug-delivery/
Experimental smart contact lens might improve glaucoma therapy | STAT
Apr 8, 2026 - Device monitors ocular pressure without need for electronics or a battery, and delivers pulses of glaucoma drug as needed.
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https://www.statnews.com/2026/03/18/azalea-therapeutics-signs-of-success-in-vivo-car-t-therapy/
Biotech startup shows signs of success with in vivo CAR-T therapy| STAT
A mouse study shows CAR-T cells can be engineered in vivo with precise gene editing, a potential breakthrough that could cut costs and expand access.
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https://www.statnews.com/2025/11/08/crispr-therapeutics-cholesterol-lowering-gene-editing-study/
CRISPR gene editing therapy cuts LDL cholesterol in small study | STAT
Researchers are excited about CRISPR Therapeutics drug's potential to prevent heart attacks with gene editing, but say more safety data needed
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https://www.statnews.com/2026/04/03/conversion-therapy-ruling-scotus-impact-state-medical-boards/
Conversion therapy ruling has implications for state medical boards | STAT
Supreme Court made a crucial distinction in describing therapy as speech rather than professional conduct, raising hurdle for state regulators
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https://www.statnews.com/2025/12/10/fda-panel-ease-access-testosterone-therapy-men/
FDA panel urges easier access to testosterone therapy for men | STAT
Dec 17, 2025 - One month after removing black box warning labels for estrogen therapy for menopause, FDA panel members urge easier access to testosterone for men.
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https://www.statnews.com/2026/03/02/hhs-medicaid-audit-finds-autism-therapy-overpayment-colorado/
Federal Medicaid audit finds massive overpayment for autism therapy in Colorado | STAT
Mar 2, 2026 - HHS's OIG uncovered $285.2 million in improper and potentially improper payments to clinicians of an autism therapy called applied behavior analysis, it said.
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https://reports.statnews.com/collections/all-reports/products/stat-guide-to-viral-vectors-the-linchpin-of-gene-therapy
The STAT guide to viral vectors, the linchpin of gene therapy | STAT Reports
We dive into the science, and business, behind viral vectors. We spoke with executives from 18 companies to identify the pipeline of therapies that are nearing...
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https://www.statnews.com/2025/12/15/gene-therapy-capsida-biotherapeutics-clinical-trial-death-ramifications/
Gene therapy trial death unnerves promising area of brain research | STAT
Dec 16, 2025 - Researchers fear a broad risk for any virus genetically designed to penetrate the blood-brain barrier after no hint of issues prior to Capsida trial death.
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https://www.statnews.com/2026/03/19/american-gene-therapy-leadership-challenged-speedy-china-trials/
U.S. gene therapy leadership challenged by speedier China's trials | STAT
Mar 20, 2026 - China's system of investigator initiated trials (IITs) should be replicated in the U.S. to speed up drug development, expert tells STAT Summit audience.
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https://www.statnews.com/topic/gene-therapy/
Gene Therapy News: A STAT Research Roundup
Stay up to date on the latest news and advances in gene editing, including CAR-T cell therapy, stem cell research, and the allure of regenerative medicine.
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